There is something magical about recreating childhood favourites in a way that truly nourishes your body. If you grew up loving the classic Iced VoVo biscuit, you will know exactly what I mean – that irresistible mix of chocolate, coconut, and sweet creamy layers. This no bake Iced VoVo Protein Slice captures all the nostalgia while bringing in balanced ingredients that support energy, satiety, and feel-good indulgence.

In true Blended Bites style, this recipe focuses on simplicity, wholesome ingredients, and that perfect texture that feels like dessert but fuels you like a snack.

Why Make a Protein Iced VoVo Slice?

Traditional iced biscuits are delicious but often leave you feeling flat afterwards due to refined sugar and minimal nourishment. This version flips the script by using ingredients that provide fibre, healthy fats, and protein – helping to stabilise blood sugar while still satisfying sweet cravings.

Protein slices are one of my favourite things to keep in the fridge because they tick so many boxes:

✔️ Quick grab-and-go snack
✔️ Lunchbox friendly
✔️ Perfect with coffee or tea
✔️ Supports muscle recovery and sustained energy

Plus, no baking means less time in the kitchen and more time enjoying life.

The Blended Bites Texture Secret

A good no-bake slice is all about balance – not too crumbly, not too sticky. The base here combines nut butter, coconut, and protein powder to create a soft, biscuit-like layer that firms up beautifully in the fridge. The raspberry-style coconut topping gives that classic Iced VoVo look while adding natural sweetness and colour.

If you have never made a layered protein slice before, don’t worry – it’s much easier than it looks. The key is pressing each layer firmly and allowing a little chill time between steps.

A Nourishing Nostalgia Moment

One of the reasons I love recipes like this is the emotional connection to food. When we recreate familiar flavours in a nourishing way, we get the comfort of tradition without compromising how we feel afterwards.

This slice is rich enough to feel indulgent but balanced enough to enjoy regularly. It’s also incredibly versatile – you can make it dairy-free, adjust sweetness levels, or even change the topping flavours depending on what you have on hand.

Let’s make it. ✨

Iced VoVo Protein Slice (No Bake)

A nostalgic classic with a nourishing twist  This no bake Iced VoVo Protein Slice features a soft vanilla biscuit-style base, a sweet coconut layer, and a drizzle of raspberry jam for that iconic flavour combo. Packed with protein and made with wholesome ingredients, it’s the perfect fridge snack for healthy sweet cravings - quick to make, no oven required, and totally Blended Bites approved. 🥥🍒

Course Dessert, Snack

Cuisine Healthy Clean Eating

Keyword clean eating dessert or snack, frosted vovo protein slice, healthy vovo slice protein bars, iced vovo protein slice no bake, no bake vovo protein slice bars no bake, vovo protein bars with frosting

Servings 8

Ingredients

Base Group

• 1 cup almond flour
• 1/2 cup vanilla or unflavoured protein powder
• 1/2 cup desiccated coconut
• 1/3 cup almond butter or cashew butter
• 1/4 cup coconut oil, melted
• 2-3 tablespoons maple syrup or honey
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Coconut “Raspberry” Layer

• 1 cup desiccated coconut
• 2 tablespoons coconut butter or coconut oil
• 2 tablespoons maple syrup or honey
• 1-2 teaspoons 1–2 tsp freeze-dried raspberry powder, natural pink pitaya powder or a few drops of beetroot juice or natural food colouring (optional for colour).
• 1-2 tablespoons any milk (if needed for texture)

Raspberry Jam

• 1/2 cup frozen, raspberries
• 1 1/2 tablespoons chia seeds

Instructions

• Line a 7 x 5-inch loaf pan or dish with parchment paper on the bottom and sides leaving some overhanging to act as a handle to get the bars out easier for cutting.

Base Layer

• In a bowl, combine almond flour, protein powder, and coconut. Add melted coconut oil, nut butter, maple syrup, and vanilla. Mix until a soft dough forms.

  Press into the base of the tin, smoothing evenly. Place in the fridge for 10–15 minutes to firm.

Coconut “Raspberry” Layer

• Mix desiccated coconut, coconut butter or oil, maple syrup, and raspberry powder or food colouring. Add a little coconut milk if needed to help it stick together.

  Spread over the chilled base, pressing gently so the layers hold.

  Once chilled, slice into 8-10 bars or more smaller squares.

Jam Topping

• To make the jam, mash the raspberries in a small bowl, add the chia seeds and let sit for 10 minutes to thicken.

  Use a Ziplock bag with a small piece of the end cut off to pipe the jam across the center of each bar or square to resemble classic Iced VoVo stripes.

  Dust with desiccated coconut if desired.

  Chill for at least 1 hour, or until firm.

  Tips & Variations

  Swap almond flour for oat flour if you prefer a nut-free version.

  Use chocolate protein powder for a richer biscuit flavour.

  Add collagen peptides for an extra protein boost without changing texture.

  For a stronger raspberry vibe, add a few crushed freeze-dried raspberries to the topping.

  Keep refrigerated in an airtight container for up to 1 week or freezer for op to 3 months. The texture becomes slightly fudgier straight from the freezer - highly recommended!   

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